To make the no bake energy bites, just stir all of those ingredients together until combined. (Or if you get tired of using a spoon, just use your hands. I do!)

Once the mixture is combined, pop it in the fridge for 10-20 minutes so that it will harden slightly. This will help make it easier to roll it into balls.

The best thing about this recipe is that it is super flexible as well. So if you are allergic to any of the ingredients, or if you are just looking for other substitution ideas, feel free to use:

Different (or no) chocolate: I generally use dark chocolate chips. But you can also substitute in any other kinds of chips (butterscotch, milk chocolate, white chocolate, cinnamon chips, etc.). Or if you are vegan, I recommend cacao nibs. Or if you don’t dig chocolate, you can leave this part out all together.

Different nut butter: If you are allergic to peanuts, feel free to substitute in any other kinds of nut butter, like almond butter, sunflower seed butter, cashew butter, or others. (For a great tutorial on homemade nut butters, check out this great post from Tasty Yummies.)

Different sweetener: I really prefer honey in this recipe. But agave also works and is vegan, and some readers have had success with alternative sweeteners too.

What better to complement sun-kissed skin and bare feet than the perfect summertime mani-pedi!? Whether you prefer to stick to a neutral nail (think: crisp whites) or paint on a bright, bold hue (hello, cobalt blue), the 12 best polishes for you to wear before the warm weather ends!

1. Do a dutch french braid (a braid that is braided under vs. over) starting from one temple and braiding down the length of your hair.
2. Wrap your braids toward the middle of your head and pin down.
3. Tuck the rest of your hair into the braided strand and pin down, securing completely.

Knotted Bun:1. Gather your hair and split into two even sections.
2. Tie a knot.
3. Twist each end and wrap around the base of the knot.
4. Pin down to secure.

Braid-Wrapped Up-do:
1. Gather a V-section of hair from the front part of your head.
2. Tie the rest into a high ponytail.
3. Take one strand from the front part of your head and two strands from the ponytail, and begin braiding them.
4. Continue adding strands from the front part of your head and the ponytail to create a braid that wraps around the ponytail.
5. When there are no strands left from the front of your head, continue braiding the rest of the strands from the ponytail onto one side of your head.
6. Tie off the braid and tuck the ends into a nook of the braid.
7. Pin hair down and you’re done!

The big game is just a few weeks away, and one of the main reasons for our excitement has to be the delicious snacks we get to indulge in with our family and friends, but we’re not crazy about the extra calories. So this year we’re whipping up some guilt free options instead.

Sweet Potato Hummus: Try this sweet take on a classic dip — serve with vegetables and multigrain pita chips.

Prepare the brownie mix according to the directions on the box (or use your favorite homemade recipe) using the oil, egg, and water.

After baking, remove the pan from the oven and set the oven to broil at 500-550 F.

Cool brownies for about a minute then sprinkle the marshmallows over the warm brownies. Make sure to cover most of the area. Sprinkle the graham crackers on top of the marshmallows. Broil about 4-5 inches from the heat for 30 seconds to a minute until the marshmallows are golden brown. Watch carefully so that they don’t burn. Sprinkle with Hershey’s milk chocolate bars.

There’s no time like the holidays to get in touch with your inner hostess, but by Christmas, constant entertaining can take its toll on your time and creativity! To help keep your gatherings filled with holiday spark, interior designerMichaela Warner of About the Girl shared her ideas for a festive cocktail party. Between her sophisticated and rustic (and deceptively simple!) DIY wood slice coasters, and a delicious sparkling cocktail that’s a snap to mix up, you’re next holiday party is sure to be a crowd pleaser! (via glitter guide post)

To create your own Wood Slice Coasters:

Step 1: Find wood coasters or rounds (like we did on Etsy!) or cut your own.

Step 2: Use a gold pen to write out fun holiday words on each one. Pop, Fizz, Bubbly, Cheers! Next, we went over the gold with some white to make it stand out more. Finally, we accented the marker with some shimmery gold paint.

We all know that the holidays are a time to get together with friends, eat delicious food and stay warm indoors. Caramel apples are a delicious and quintessential fall treat. There are countless ways to customize them with toppings, and your guests will have fun making them in an assembly line fashion. And my favorite part about this DIY dessert bar is that you can slice up your creations afterwards and each guest can sample a slice.